CA SB1297

Authorizes the City of Malibu to establish a speed safety system pilot program using up to 5 automated speed enforcement systems on the Pacific Coast Highway until January 1, 2032.

Requires the City of Malibu to adopt a Speed Safety System Use Policy and Speed Safety System Impact Report before implementation, conduct a 30-day public information campaign, and issue warning notices during the first 60 days of enforcement.

Establishes civil penalties for speeding violations detected by the systems: $50 for 11-15 mph over limit, $100 for 16-25 mph over, $200 for 26+ mph over, and $500 for 100+ mph.

Mandates an appeal and hearing process, requires income-based penalty reductions (80% for indigent persons, 50% for those up to 250% above federal poverty level), and prohibits violations from resulting in license suspension or driving record points.

Requires all revenue from the program to first cover program costs, with excess revenue directed to traffic-calming measures on the Pacific Coast Highway through an agreement with the Department of Transportation, and mandates a comprehensive evaluation report by the fifth year of implementation.